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Generational Diversity
Effective Communication
Teamwork & Teambuilding
Board of Directors training
DISC Assessments
Employee Engagement
Difficult Conversations
Engaging Volunteers & Boards
Job Coaching
Leadership
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That's What I Meme:
Understanding Generational Influences & Characteristics
Can Millennials ever show up on time? Why are Boomers so averse to change? Our youngest employees won’t even pick up the phone! Our staff wants to work on their terms. Generational conflict and misunder-
standing has been present for decades, however the divide between each generation seems to get further apart. That's What I Meme identifies key influences, traits and characteristics of the predominant
generations in the workforce, but more importantly strategies to help understand what makes each age cohort succeed and engage. No matter which generation you fit into, this session will be relevant, entertaining and help you better understand your coworkers and individuals throughout your life.
Conducting Difficult Conversations
The hardest part of leadership! Having difficult conversations is stressful, anxiety-filled, but an essential responsibility for leaders. This seminar tackles the multiple approaches that can (or should not) be used, strategies for positive results, scenarios, and common mistakes. Stop avoiding the inevitable and feel more confident after this engaging training.
Teamwork & Synergy:
the Dynamics of an Effective Team
This session can range from two hours to two days as a retreat-style training
Teamwork makes the dream work, but it often doesn't go as smoothly as leaders would like. Keeping a team functioning at a high level is difficult and seems to be ever challenging. This training provides a framework for understanding why teams fail, but also actionable strategies for getting team members on the same page. Content includes gaining trust, accountability, appropriate conflict and ultimately, getting results as a TEAM.
Great speaker - quick-witted, funny (had the whole room laughing many times) yet sincere when needed, matches/customizes message to the group he’s speaking to. Willing to do more than one talk/session at a single event. Has great content & presents it effectively while holding the attention of everyone in the room - he also incorporates questions/discussions with small groups into some of his sessions. HIGHLY Recommend!!!
-Jessica M, Northlakes Community Clinic
The DISC Assessment
The DISC assessment is a powerful tool that measures personality characteristics to help understand behaviors and approaches between people and teams in the workplace. The DISC model is based on an acronym for four main personality styles:
D: Dominance
I: Influence
S: Steadiness
C: Conscientiousness
This seminar will include completion of the assessment, followed by an in depth understanding of each style and then interactive discussion through group participation.
Change Management & Implementation
Change, whether it is reluctance to change or being forced to change, is often a substantial area of frustration within the workforce. What is easy or necessary for some leaders or workers to do, is difficult for others. This training focuses on the types of change acceptance, how to properly introduce and implement change through examples and real work scenarios.
Follow the Leader:
Untapping the Core Competencies of Leadership & Common Mistakes Leaders Make
Leadership, while we all know the concept and purpose, it doesn't come naturally for many, in fact, very few. However the greatest leaders the world has seen have had similar characteristics that have led to their success. This interactive session explores what those leaders share, while also identifying the common mistakes that many leaders continue to make.
Artificial Intelligence:
The Basics, Applications, & Responsible Use
This engaging training provides professionals across multiple industries with a foundational understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI), its current and emerging applications, and the principles of responsible and ethical use. Whether you're new to AI or seeking clarity in a fast-evolving landscape, this session offers clear insights and real-world examples tailored to today’s professional environment.
Leadership Essentials is a thorough and active training series designed for new and existing leaders to enhance their skills and knowledge in crucial leadership subjects. Essentials is a series that combines the multiple topics that you can read more about below.
Topics include:
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generational leadership
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difficult conversations and conflict resolution
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communication: tips, trends, & strategies
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follow the leader
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common leadership mistakes
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DISC assessment
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employee engagement & retention
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decision making and change management
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teamwork and synergy
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and more.
Leadership Essentials is structured as an in-person or virtual training series and can range from a full day to multiple sessions with ala carte options based on need.
Leadership Essentials!
"Brad is truly a gifted speaker"
~ Michelle U., Northland Foundation
Blah, blah to A HA!:
Tackling Effective Communication
Communication is the backbone of every successful organization and/or leaders—but how we communicate has changed dramatically. From handwritten memos to real-time messaging, the tools, expectations, and styles of communication continue to evolve. This dynamic training explores the journey of communication, today’s trends in a fast-paced, tech-driven world, and proven strategies to communicate more clearly, confidently, and effectively. *Mic Drop!*
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Workforce Remix:
How Younger Generations Are Rewriting the Rules of Work
LEADERS! Get ready to dive into the latest trends shaping the workforce, with a particular focus on younger generations like Gen Z and Millennials, including an introduction to Gen Alpha. Participants will explore how these cohorts are redefining work norms, from remote and hybrid expectations to their emphasis on purpose-driven careers and flexible work environments. Leaders will leave with actionable insights on what makes younger workers thrive along with ideas of how to bridge generational gaps.
Active team building workshops
Doesn't it seem we have gotten away from professional development and team-building activities being....interesting? These workshops are designed to be active, thought-provoking, and most importantly, FUN. Your team will be challenged in a variety of ways that will make you think differently about situations in the workplace, with your colleagues, and even life in general.
Recruitment, Retention & Understanding the post-pandemic Workforce
What’s more challenging, finding good talent or keeping it? Both perhaps? This predicament was already forming and then a global pandemic kicked it into high gear. Recruitment, retention and engagement is impacting employers and educators and is getting more difficult for many. Many employees and their desires and needs for employment are baffling and frustrating leaders throughout the nation. This session will provide understanding into the influences and trends that are impacting the decisions for young adults to make their mark in the workforce but more importantly strategies to improve recruitment, retention and engagement.
Executive Job Coaching
Leadership isn't easy! Many leaders work their way into their roles through experience and 'climbing the ladder', however that does not determine success. Many need additional development. Job coaching is a fully customizable and adaptable service that is tailored to the employee. Topics consist of mulitple assessments, counseling, and addressing individual needs.